Folate Metabolism–Based Risk Stratification Identifies CYP27B1 as a Determinant of Tumor Progression in HNSCC - Scorecard - MDSpire

Folate Metabolism–Based Risk Stratification Identifies CYP27B1 as a Determinant of Tumor Progression in HNSCC

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  • Kai, Zhang

  • Hu, Haixia

  • Liu, Bingya

  • April 21, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Risk Assessment Based on Folate Metabolism Reveals CYP27B1 as a Key Factor in Tumor Advancement in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionHead and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
Key MechanismsFolate metabolism and its association with tumorigenesis, immune response, and chemoresistance.
Target PopulationPatients with HNSCC
Care SettingOncology

Key Highlights

  • FMRG_score serves as an independent prognostic indicator for HNSCC.
  • High FMRG_score correlates with poor survival and chemoresistance.
  • CYP27B1 knockdown enhances cisplatin sensitivity in HNSCC.
  • Immune deconvolution shows reduced anti-tumor immune infiltration in high-risk tumors.
  • Nomogram combining FMRG_score and clinical parameters shows strong predictive performance.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Utilize FMRG_score for risk stratification in HNSCC patients.

Management

  • Consider CYP27B1 as a therapeutic target to improve treatment outcomes.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Regularly assess FMRG_score to evaluate tumor progression and treatment response.

Risks

  • High FMRG_score indicates increased risk of poor prognosis and chemoresistance.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Patients diagnosed with HNSCC, particularly those at high risk based on FMRG_score.

Cisplatin sensitivity may be improved through CYP27B1 modulation.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Incorporate FMRG_score in clinical decision-making for HNSCC.
  • Monitor immune profiles alongside metabolic markers in HNSCC management.

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